Forging a simple poker or fire rake - basic blacksmithing

Forging a simple fire poker or rake for your coal forge is a great first project. If you are burning coal, charcoal or coke a rake of this sort is necessary for proper fire maintenance. Thank you for watching. Black Bear Forge is a small one person shop located in Southern Colorado. If you would like to provide financial support to my YouTube channel visit https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Find my shop on line at: http://www.blackbearforge.com http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com https://www.instagram.com/blackbearforge/ https://www.facebook.com/Black-Bear-Forge-209863855743919/ The following list provides just a few resources to help you find supplies and equipment for blacksmithing. http://www.piehtoolco.com/ http://www.centaurforge.com/ https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ https://www.abana.org/ http://www.mcmaster.com https://kensironstore.com/ Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.